The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially announced the Computer-Based Test (CBT) schedule for RRB Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 05/2026). This major national-level recruitment drive aims to fill 590 Posts across Indian Railways zones. Positions include Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist (Entry Grade), Health & Malaria Inspector Gr-II, Radiographer (X-Ray Technician), Lab Assistant Gr-II, and other medical/allied health categories. Candidates who submitted online forms can verify their exam schedule, exam city slips, and admit card download dates through Rojgar Site.
RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Overview & Recruitment Summary | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) / Ministry of Railways |
| Employment Advertisement No. | CEN 05/2026 |
| Post Category | Paramedical Staff (Nursing, Pharmacist, Lab Assistant, etc.) |
| Total Openings | 590 Vacancies |
| CBT Exam Schedule | 23 & 25 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4 Days Prior to Exam Date |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) → Document Verification (DV) → Medical Examination |
| Official Portal & Updates | rojgarsite.in |
Important Schedule & Critical Dates
| Event Description | Official Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Submission Start Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Application Registration Last Date | 14 October 2026 (Closed) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Application Form Modification / Correction Window | 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
| RRB Paramedical CBT Exam Dates | 23 & 25 November 2026 |
| Exam City & Date Intimation Slip Release | 10 Days Prior to Examination |
| E-Admit Card Download Date | 4 Days Before Scheduled Exam Date |
| Answer Key & Result Notification | Will Be Updated Shortly After Exams |
Application Fee Structure & Partial Refund Policy
| Applicant Category | Registration Fee | Refundable Amount (After Attending CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 400/- (Deducted bank charges apply) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / EBC | ₹ 250/- | ₹ 250/- (Full refund after deducting banking fees) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | ₹ 250/- | ₹ 250/- (Full refund after attending CBT) |
*Note: The refund is strictly credited back to the designated bank account details provided during form submission only if the applicant appears for the Stage-I Computer Based Test.
Age Limits & Relaxation Norms (As of 01 January 2027)
The reference date for age calculation is 01.01.2027. Age limits vary per specific post as highlighted below:
| Category / Requirement | Prescribed Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 to 21 Years (Depending on Post) |
| Maximum Age Limit | 30 to 40 Years (Depending on Post) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Relaxation | Upper age relaxation of 3 Years |
| SC / ST Relaxation | Upper age relaxation of 5 Years |
| PwBD Candidates Relaxation | 10 Years (UR/EWS), 13 Years (OBC-NCL), 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen Candidates | Service period rendered + 3 Years as per Central Govt regulations |
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Educational Qualification
| Designation | Vacancies | Age Criteria | Essential Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | 365 | 20 – 40 Years | Registered Nurse & Midwife having completed 3 years course in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from Indian Nursing Council recognized school/institution OR B.Sc. Nursing. |
| Pharmacist (Entry Grade) | 118 | 20 – 35 Years | Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) recognized by Central/State Govt and valid registration under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. |
| Health & Malaria Inspector Gr-II | 43 | 18 – 33 Years | B.Sc. degree with Chemistry as main/optional subject PLUS 1-Year Diploma in Health/Sanitary Inspector or 1-Year NTC in Health Sanitary Inspector by NCVT. |
| Lab Assistant Gr-II | 31 | 18 – 33 Years | 10+2 with Science stream AND Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or full-time certificate course in MLT, or B.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology. |
| Radiographer (X-Ray Tech) | 25 | 19 – 33 Years | 10+2 with Physics & Chemistry + 2-Year Diploma in Radiography / X-Ray Tech / Radiodiagnosis OR B.Sc. in Medical Radiography/Imaging Technology. |
| ECG Technician | 04 | 20 – 33 Years | Degree in Science or Diploma in ECG Laboratory Technology / Cardiology Tech / Medical Technology from recognized institute. |
| Optometrist | 02 | 20 – 33 Years | B.Sc. in Ophthalmic Techniques or Diploma in Ophthalmic Technique / Optometry with clinical experience. |
| Dialysis Technician | 01 | 20 – 33 Years | B.Sc. plus Diploma in Haemodialysis (2 years duration) or equivalent from recognized university. |
| Audiologist & Speech Therapist | 01 | 21 – 30 Years | Bachelor in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) with mandatory Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) registration. |
| Total Vacancies | 590 Posts | ||
Selection Stages & Examination Pattern
The RRB Paramedical Staff recruitment selection procedure comprises three distinct phases:
- Stage 1: Single Stage Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective-type test carrying 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks, to be attempted in 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with scribes).
- Stage 2: Document Verification (DV): Candidates qualifying the merit cut-off of CBT will be invited for physical document validation in a 1:1 ratio.
- Stage 3: Comprehensive Medical Examination: Conformance with medical fitness standards (such as C-1 or B-1 category fitness) as outlined by Railway Medical Authorities.
CBT Examination Scheme & Marking Pattern
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional / Technical Domain Ability | 70 | 70 | 90 Minutes (120 Minutes for PwBD) |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| General Arithmetic, Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| General Science | 10 | 10 | |
| Total Aggregate | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Negative Marking: There will be negative marking of 1/3rd mark deducted for every incorrect response in the CBT.
How to Check Exam Date, City Intimation & Download Admit Card
- Visit the regional RRB website or follow the authenticated tracking links maintained on Rojgar Site.
- Click on the link labeled “CEN 05/2026 Paramedical Staff Exam Date & City Intimation Slip”.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth (User Password) on the RRB candidate login portal.
- View your allocated exam city, exam shift, date, and travel pass details (for eligible SC/ST candidates).
- Exactly 4 days prior to your designated exam date, download your original E-Admit Card / Hall Ticket.
- Candidates must resize documents & photos with Rojgar Site Photo & Signature Resizer Tool to match official RRB dimensions for printed paperwork and identity slips.
- For PDF file compression and merging, use Rojgar Site Online PDF Tools when compiling certificates, testimonials, and admit card duplicates for verification day.
- Print a clear color copy of the admit card and verify test center guidelines, reporting hours, and Aadhaar-based biometric verification requirements.